Graduate Psychology Teaching Assistant – Gateshead (Full-Time)

Are you a Psychology graduate looking to gain practical experience before progressing into Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Counselling, Mental Health, or Teaching?

We are seeking a dedicated Graduate Psychology Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Gateshead. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to support pupils with additional learning needs while developing the skills and experience needed for future postgraduate study or professional training.

Working alongside experienced educators and support staff, you will help create a positive and inclusive learning environment where every pupil can thrive.

What you'll be doing:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support
• Supporting pupils with SEND and SEMH needs
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
• Building meaningful relationships with learners
• Encouraging independence and engagement in learning

What we're looking for:

• A Psychology degree or related subject
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A compassionate and patient approach
• Resilience and adaptability
• A genuine passion for supporting young people

What we offer:

• Weekly PAYE pay
• Free CPD and professional development
• Dedicated consultant support
• Opportunities for permanent positions
• Valuable experience for aspiring psychologists and educators

Apply today and take the next step towards a rewarding career supporting young people.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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